Chinese Witch Hazel
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Plant Information | |
Common Name | Chinese Witch Hazel |
Botanical Name | Hamamelis mollis |
Description | |
Plant Type | Shrub |
Mature Height | 12 to 15 ft |
Mature Width | 12 to 15 ft |
Growth Habit | Rounded |
Bloom Color | Yellow-red |
Bloom Interest | Showy,Fragrant |
Bloom Period | January to March |
Seasonal Interest | Spring |
Foliage Color | Green |
Foliage Type | Simple |
Fall Color | Yellow |
Attributes | Clay Soil, Deer Resistent |
Attracts Butterflies | No |
Attracts Birds | No |
Care | |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 to 8 |
Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
Maintenance Level | Low |
Cost | Moderate |
Watering Notes | Water when soil is dry to the touch, probably once a week when newly planted. |
Fertilize Notes | Fertilize in spring with a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer. |
Prune Notes | Remove suckers at ground level. Prune after early spring bloom. Vigorous new growth can be removed up to one half. Cut back to outward facing buds. |